The annual conference of the Victotinn branch of the Returned Sailors and Soldiers' League was continued yesterday, Mr. J. Martin presided. ...
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The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1957), Sat 23 Jul 1927, Page 29
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